August weather forecastPalm Springs, FL
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Palm Springs, Florida, with an average temperature ranging between max 87.3°F (30.7°C) and min 81.3°F (27.4°C).Temperature
Temperature records mark August as the warmest month, with highs averaging 87.3°F (30.7°C) and lows at 81.3°F (27.4°C).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a torrid 100.4°F (38°C). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 27.5 days and typically aggregates up to 10.04" (255mm) of precipitation.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 3min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.7h.UV index
May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following advice:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Palm Springs, FL
- Average high temperature in August: 87.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (72.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 81.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (81.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (63.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Palm Springs, FL
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Palm Springs, FL
- Average wind speed in August: 7.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Palm Springs, FL
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Palm Springs, FL
- Average rainfall in August: 10.04"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (10.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").
Average rainfall days in August
Palm Springs, FL
- Average rainfall days in August: 27.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.8 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Palm Springs, FL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Palm Springs, FL
- Average sunshine days in August: 2.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and March (13.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (2.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Palm Springs, FL
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Palm Springs, FL
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 35).
The months with the least cloud cover are April, May and July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Palm Springs, FL
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
